Children Quote by Linda R. Hirshman
![“[On how mothers are "doing the most important job" in the world by raising children]: If, in fact, it were the most important thing a human being could do, then why are no men doing it? They'd rather make war, make foreign policy, invent nuclear weapons, decode DNA, paint The Last Supper, put the…” quote by Linda R. Hirshman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0e0/linda-r-hirshman-116849_children_on-how-mothers-are-doing-the-most-import_1002209.jpg)
““[On how mothers are "doing the most important job" in the world by raising children]: If, in fact, it were the most important thing a human being could do, then why are no men doing it? They'd rather make war, make foreign policy, invent nuclear weapons, decode DNA, paint The Last Supper, put the dome on St. Peter's Cathedral; they'd prefer to do all those things that are much less important than raising babies?””
About This Quote
Raising children is arguably the most important work, yet societal expectations and gender roles often undervalue it compared to traditionally male-dominated achievements.
In simple terms: Motherhood is vital but often undervalued.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and honor caregiving work.
Themes
gender roles
parenting
societal expectations
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analysis
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family policy
- career counseling
- education curricula
Key Concepts
feminist critique
value of care work
cultural stereotypes
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies better value caregiving?
- What biases affect perceptions of motherhood?
A Different Perspective
Changing norms requires systemic change, not just individual awareness.
